Our Stars Aren't Your Stars - Ray's Vlog

One of this year's Intel commercials features Ajay Bhatt, the co-inventor of the USB. It's a funny commercial that got me to thinking about who our stars are.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jqLPHrCQr2I

Who would you say is a star in your world and why?

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[RBG4lif3]

Ok, I'm gonna need to check out this Sony Vegas because I detest MM. You should mos def make a tutorial, I'd be interested in seeing how you created this effect. Peace.

[raycolondotcom]

Hi Slim, it looks like I failed to respond to this comment from two weeks ago. Sorry about that. By now, I have uploaded a green screen tutorial, showing how I make the backgrounds. Thanks, Ray.

[RBG4lif3]

However did you create the slideshow background!?! Awesome!

[raycolondotcom]

Thanks, Slim. The slideshow was created with a green screen. I've also switched from Movie Maker to Sony Vegas Movie Studio (1 month free trial). I put together my set-up on the cheap, but it seems to be working as I think I'm getting a little bit better at it with each new video. I've been thinking about making a video about the process -- maybe next weekend. Ray

[raycolondotcom]

Hey Kim, thanks for taking the time to ponder and respond.

I was referring to Olive as in "PalmOliveSoap" and his fabulous self-assessment. LOL

Yes, I would say that you're right about the public figures not counting, since we don't really know them. But there may be a few exceptions to that, like Captain Sullenberger who landed the plane on the river in NY. Until there's a scandal involving his "secret past" that's about as close to a universally recognized hero that I can think of.

[cozzyk]

Well I thought on that a couple days and yep you are over my head. Olive as in Ollive Oil as in PopEye. My DH and I have that little saying Oli(o)ve you. I guess my heros aren't people out there in public. My hero's are people being there amazing self everyday and usually with a smile on their face. Public stars, sports stars nah don't really phase me what so ever. Except once in awhile to the negative. Because I don't really know them.

[raycolondotcom]

Hi Pappy, yes, this is one area in life where being stubborn is an attribute. Simply by refusing to give up the struggle, we achieve much. Ray

[raycolondotcom]

Well, Terry, all three of them, eh? I may have you beat by two. :) With three women in the house, it's rare that I'm allowed to replenish my wardrobe more than once a year. A few white shirts for the office and I'm good to go.

Continuous improvement is indeed the key. So you're in sales? As much as I enjoy making a point, I've never been a good sales person. I tried it in my early days and pretty much stunk at it. I've met some really good ones though. Ray

[raycolondotcom]

Hi Olive, you're right. We should all start by valuing ourselves as stars. Of course, once you do that then you have an obligation to continue doing star-like things. Oh, the pressure! Ray

[raycolondotcom]

Hi Kim, well, identifying a hero in your world shouldn't be too difficult. Let's see, your list probably starts with Olive, and then goes on from there. :) Ray